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Collections Paralegal (Debt Recovery) – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network

Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Full-time Legal

R16 000 – R22 250/month

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Job Description

Draft, file, track and follow up: that's your week at a litigation law firm in Newcastle. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

This post is in Newcastle (KwaZulu-Natal). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

The work, day to day

Prepare section 129 notices and default judgment applications
Handle incoming calls and give clients straightforward progress updates
Collect documents for estates, such as death certificates and bank statements
Open new matters and do conflict checks on the practice system
Capture payments and update debtor balances on collection matters

You'll need

At least 2 years in a law firm or legal department
Experience on legal software such as LegalSuite, AJS or GhostPractice
Matric plus a legal secretary or paralegal qualification
Discreet with confidential client information
Organised under pressure from several attorneys
Understanding of court rules and deadlines

Helpful, not essential

Audio typing at 60+ words per minute
Paralegal diploma or LLB studies in progress
Experience with the Master's Office for estates

What you get

Year-end bonus at many firms
Close-to-transport offices in city centres
Office hours with no weekend work
Study assistance for LLB or paralegal courses

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Newcastle really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: typing speed certificate if you have one plus references from attorneys you worked for.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 7 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Newcastle; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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Before you hit apply

Include your typing speed; many firms test it on the day of the interview.
Proofread your application twice; law firms treat a single typo as a warning sign for legal admin posts.